Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (129 Rentals)

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Lake Union, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Union Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Union area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Amherst Micro Studios priced from $795. Alturra has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Lake Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
AlturraStudioStudio,1BA$825
Kulle Urban LivingUrban Studio DStudio,1BA$895
2371 Franklin Apartments in EastlakeStudioStudio,1BA$925
SheffieldStudio206Studio,1BA$995
Odessa ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$999
Yale0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,145
Flow Eastlake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,181
Abbey Park Apartments in Vibrant EastlakeStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Vermont InnFurnished- Six Month LeaseStudio,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Union, WA

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Union area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2BD/2BA Model at 6th Ave Apartments in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Lake Union apartment is the 2x1 Model at Roycroft Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Union apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6th Ave Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.40
Roycroft Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.20
Annaliese1 Bed 1 Bath A31BR,1BA$2.63
Larimda1BDRM1BR,1BA$2.45
LUT Lake Union Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.60
UDH - University District Heights1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.54
ZEP Zephyr ApartmentsstudioStudio ,1BA$2.41
Red Lion1bd/1ba 21BR,1BA$2.63
Castle Apartments101Studio ,1BA$2.60
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$2.27

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Lake Union, Seattle, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lake Union, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Union Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Union?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Union is at Amherst Micro Studios listed at $795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Union Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Union Apartment is $1,395 at Harvard House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Union Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Union is starting from $2,020 at The Belmont Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Skyglass and starts from $5,164.

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